MALÉ: The Ministry of Islamic Affairs in the Maldives has awarded the Kingdom’s Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Dr. Abdullatif Al-Asheikh the shield for promoting moderation, tolerance and communication between peoples for 2025.
It was presented by Dr. Mohamed Shahim Ali Saeed, the minister of Islamic affairs of the Maldives, and was received on his behalf by Sheikh Dr. Salah Al-Budair, the imam and khatib of the Prophet’s Mosque.
The ceremony was attended by Adam Sharif Omar, minister of regions; Dr. Ismail Shafi, minister of education; and Sheikh Mohamed Latif Ali, the grand imam of Sultan Mohamed Takrufan Grand Mosque.
The honor is in recognition of the minister’s outstanding efforts in consolidating the approach of moderation and balance; spreading the values of tolerance and coexistence; and promoting constructive communication among people.
He has also been recognized for his continued support of Islamic cooperation and the qualitative initiatives he has provided to serve the Maldivian people in the fields of dawah, education, and community development.
These initiatives form part of the programs that have contributed to enhancing community awareness and consolidating authentic Islamic values.
